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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Trying Hard Is Not Good Enough: How to Produce Measurable Improvements for Customers and Communities
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Trying Hard Is Not Good Enough: How to Produce Measurable Improvements for Customers and Communities

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.685529
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Date 2005
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 9 1/2 in x W 7 1/4 in x D 1/2 in (24.1 cm x 18.4 cm x 1.3 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionA paperback book with a gray cover featuring a red stripe toward the bottom. The title and author information is in black and white text.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: To President Obama, / With the deepest respect and admiration / and with great hope for the future! / [author's signature]
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
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